At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the leadership of the Children's Family Help Team and guide social workers.
- Company: Join Connect2Dorset, a caring and ethical recruitment partner for Dorset Council.
- Benefits: Earn £45 per hour with hybrid working and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic and supportive setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in Children’s Social Care and supervision.
The predicted salary is between 40.5 - 49.5 £ per hour.
Location: Weymouth region Dorset
Pay Rate: £45.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 37 hours per week | Hybrid Working
Contract: Interim 3-Month Contract
About the Role
Dorset Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Team Manager to support the leadership and operational delivery of the Children's Family Help Team. Working alongside the Team Manager, you will provide supervision, guidance, and support to Social Workers and Family Workers, ensuring children, young people, and families receive timely and effective services.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Team Manager in the day-to-day management of the Family Help Team
- Provide professional supervision, mentoring, and support to practitioners
- Promote high-quality safeguarding practice and decision-making
- Assist with workload management, performance monitoring, and service delivery
- Support child protection, child in need, and family support planning
- Chair and contribute to professional meetings as required
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and families
- Contribute to quality assurance, audit activity, and practice improvement
- Support staff development, induction, and workforce planning
- Deputise for the Team Manager when required
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
- Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Social Care
- Experience of supervision, mentoring, or practice leadership
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Child Protection, and Child in Need processes
- Ability to support and develop a high-performing team
- Excellent communication and partnership-working skills
Key Competencies
- Leadership and Practice Development
- Safeguarding and Risk Management
- Child-Centred Practice
- Performance and Quality Assurance
- Multi-Agency Working
- Coaching and Staff Support
Dorset Council is committed to being an outstanding Corporate Parent, ensuring care-experienced children and young people receive the support, opportunities, and encouragement they need to thrive and achieve positive futures.
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